Inventory Clerk

Inventory And Order Desk Associate

This role supports the order desk by managing inventory and providing in-person customer service in a showroom and warehouse environment. You will greet walk-in customers, guide them through the stone slab showroom, and ensure accurate tracking of all incoming and outgoing inventory using a warehouse management system. The position combines customer-facing responsibilities with detailed data entry and inventory control, without requiring heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and greet walk-in customers in the showroom and provide a positive, professional first impression.
• Explain the layout of the stone slab showroom and safely guide customers through the displays.
• Physically walk customers around the showroom and show them specific stone slabs based on their needs.
• Support the order desk by handling customer inquiries, taking orders, and providing accurate product and order information.
• Track all incoming and outgoing inventory using the warehouse management system (WMS) called Profit.
• Receive load sheets for incoming and outbound trucks and enter all relevant information into the computer system.
• Read and interpret Excel sheets to verify inventory details, orders, and shipment information.
• Create, update, and move inventory records within the Profit system to ensure accurate stock levels and locations.
• Keep detailed track of where each product is stored and what inventory is leaving the facility.
• Perform data entry for inventory, shipping, and order information with a high level of accuracy.
• Answer phones promptly and professionally, assisting customers and internal teams with order desk and inventory-related questions.
• Coordinate with warehouse and showroom staff to ensure orders are prepared and staged correctly.
• Maintain an organized work area and help support efficient warehouse and showroom operations.
• Follow all company policies and procedures related to safety, inventory control, and customer service.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in inventory, order desk, or will call operations.
• At least 1 year of computer experience, including regular use of business software.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry for inventory, orders, and shipping information.
• Experience working with inventory management or warehouse management systems.
• Ability to read and work with Excel sheets for tracking and verifying information.
• Strong customer service skills, including the ability to greet and assist walk-in customers in person.
• Willingness and ability to answer phones and handle customer inquiries professionally.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to track what inventory arrives, where it goes, and when it leaves.
• Comfort working in a warehouse and showroom environment without heavy lifting responsibilities.
• Clear verbal communication skills for interacting with customers, drivers, and internal staff.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in an order desk, shipping clerk, or inventory management role.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems, particularly Profit, or similar platforms.
• Experience in customer-facing roles such as will call, front counter, or customer service.
• Comfort working with stone, tile, or building materials in a commercial or residential context.
• Ability to balance customer service duties with detailed administrative and data entry tasks.
• Interest in learning and growing within a national distribution organization.

Why Work Here?

You will join a strong, supportive team culture with a focus on training, development, and internal growth. Many temporary placements have successfully converted to direct roles, reflecting a commitment to long-term opportunities. Training programs help you build new skills, and there is potential to grow and move between different locations within the broader network. The workplace offers practical day-to-day perks such as water, coffee, tea, and other beverages, contributing to a comfortable and supportive environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse and showroom environment with a focus on natural and manufactured stone, tile, and other solid surfaces used in both commercial and residential applications. Typical hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a planned shift adjustment to 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and a rotating Saturday schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. approximately every third Saturday. The workplace is closed on Sundays and holidays. The environment includes a mix of office-based order desk work, warehouse operations, and showroom customer interactions, with no heavy lifting required. The company provides water, ice, Gatorade, coffee, and similar refreshments on-site. The dress code requires steel-toed shoes, work jeans, and a plain T-shirt, suitable for a warehouse and showroom setting where safety and practicality are important.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tempe, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tempe,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.